YOU ARE TOO KIND

During Pastor Appreciation last Sunday all I could think of was "You are too kind." I guess I've picked that expression up from British works. Reflecting over this past Sunday's Pastor Appreciation, I continue to think of this congregation, "You're too kind." The Hurst family was overwhelmed and humbled by the outpouring of love and kindness in the words, cards, expressions, gifts, and hugs from the folk of Union Pentecostal Church last Sunday. Nothing was a token expression. Everything was an heartfelt abundant expression. I know great pastors that do not receive such kindness from their churches. This affirms what I already know; all you did on Pastor Appreciation Sunday says far more about what kind of church you all are than it does about what kind of pastor you have. Some were concerned all the lauded love would give me a big head. Well, first of all, being a Hurst male, I have always literally, physically, had a big head. It runs in the family. Secondly, thinking of all you did does not result in my having a big head, but in my seeing your big hearts. I want to thank the Board and all the organizers and planners. Thanks to all the cooks, decorators, and those that set up and cleaned up. Thanks to the trio for the special song. Thanks to those who made the media presentation. Thanks for every spoken personal word, every card, every note, every gift, every expression. We love you guys. You are too kind!